We would suggest speaking with your pediatric rheumatology care team about your concerns
with your child’s participation at school. Rheumatology clinics generally have a letter to share
with the school for modifications that may be required by a child with arthritis. If this is not
sufficient, often the team’s social work, occupational or physiotherapy can liaise with the
school (on behalf of you child with consent) to bridge any knowledge gaps the school has about
modifications that a child with arthritis may require. Our goal is to have our child participate to
the best of their ability and there are several modifications that may be helpful, so please speak
with your care team.